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by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 25, 2013 | Blogs
What causes glare and halos and why is it important for a patient to be evaluated before deciding to having LASIK? The answer is the potential for glare and halos is related to the amount of laser correction needed (the prescription strenghth of the eye). ...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 24, 2013 | Blogs
We have all heard before about the negative effects electronic screens can have on ocular health. Studies show that too much time spent starring at computers or mobile devices can lead to dry eyes, back and neck pain, blurred vision, difficulty focusing, and...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 19, 2013 | Blogs
Laser eye surgery is amongst the safest of surgical treatments available. It is now one of the most popular form of elective procedures available. In fact, you probably know someone who has been enjoying the benefits from this life-changing procedure. When you...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 19, 2013 | Blogs
What is the recovery like for LASIK patients? When you have LASIK with Dr. Holzman, he will give you instructions to go home and take a two to three hour nap. Patient When you wake up from your nap post procedure you should spend the rest of the day relaxing. You...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 19, 2013 | Blogs
No, I am not talking about Justin Timberlake’s new album title. I am talking about the meaning of it’s title. What is the 20/20 experience? Why do so many patients want to know that they WILL be corrected to 20/20? What does 20/20 actually mean?...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 11, 2013 | Blogs
Laser eye surgery specialist Dr. Andrew Holzman, serving McLean, Charlottesville and Rockville, has become one of a select few practitioners in the United States to offer cross-linking, a revolutionary new treatment for keratoconus. The U.S. Food and Drug...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Mar 11, 2013 | Blogs
How do you choose the “BEST” Laser Eye Surgeon? As a surgical assistant in a Refractive surgery office that performs PRK, LASIK, Corneal Cross Linking for Keratoconus patients, and the CK procedure for reading – I can give you a few pointers. The “Best...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Feb 17, 2013 | Blogs
Tysons Corner Clinical Director Dr. Jen Weigel is a proud member of the Kiwanis Club of Tysons Corner/McLean. Their first-ever bowling fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 24, 2013, from 2-4 p.m. at AMF Annandale Lanes. Registration is $20/person which includes...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Feb 3, 2013 | Blogs
Holy cow must the Super Bowl 2013 electricians be relieved right now! The power has finally been restored at the Superdome after a 34-minute delay, otherwise known as an eternity. My personal theory about why the power went out: Beyonce hogged all the electricity...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jan 27, 2013 | Blogs
Question received. Is it ok to have LASIK with thin corneas and large pupils? Answer- This question brings up many import ant issues concerning laser vision correction. First and foremost, readers must realize that not everyone is suited for LVC and that we at TLC...
